27.1
Hand Speed (max)
2/06/21
CLASS OF 2023
C
RHP
Cole
Lemons
Jefferson JC
Notre Dame (HS) • MO
6' 1" • 177LBS
R/R • 19yr 6mo
Travel Team: East Coast Sox
Notre Dame (HS) • MO
6' 1" • 177LBS
R/R • 19yr 6mo
Travel Team: East Coast Sox
Rankings
2023 National
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2023 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
73.2
Bat Speed (max)
2/06/21
32.4
Rot. Acc (max)
2/06/21
-
Hard Hit %
92.1
Exit Velocity (max)
2/06/21
84.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
2/06/21
323
Distance (max)
2/06/21
67
Sweet Spot %
6/15/20
7.37
60
6/15/20
-
30-yd
-
10-yd
-
Run speed (max)
-
INF Velo
-
OF Velo
78
C Velo
2/06/21
1.94 - 2.02
Pop Time
6/08/21
Fastball
84.7
Velocity (max)
2/06/21
82.1 - 84.1
Velo Range
2/06/21
2171
Spin Rate (avg)
6/15/20
Changeup
79 - 82
Velo Range
2/06/21
1770
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/21
Curveball
71 - 72
Velo Range
6/04/20
-
Spin Rate (avg)
Slider
70.1 - 72.1
Velo Range
2/06/21
2126
Spin Rate (avg)
2/06/21
Positional Tools
2021
2020
2019
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60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.38
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
1.94 - 2.03
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
78.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
12.5
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.37
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.02 - 2.26
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
76.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
12.3
60 Yard Dash
The athlete's fastest 60-yard dash time in the given event year. Measured in seconds (s)
7.89
Pop Time
The athlete's fastest pop time in the given event year. Measured from glove to glove, in seconds (s).
2.27 - 2.47
Catcher Velocity
The athlete's maximum throwing velocity from the catcher position in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
74.0
Power / Speed Score
A simple calculation that divides the athlete’s Exit Velocity Max by the athlete’s 60 Yard Dash time for the given event year. For example, 98 MPH / 7.00s = 14.00.
10.1
Hitting
2021
2020
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.1
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.9
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
323
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
174
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
17.3
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
Exit Velocity Max
The highest exit velocity of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.7
Exit Velocity Avg
Average exit velocity of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.6
Distance Max
The highest flight distance of any batted ball in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
317
Distance Avg
Average flight distance of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in feet (ft).
240
Launch Angle Avg
Average launch angle of all batted balls in the given event year. Measured in degrees.
23.2
Hard Hit %
Percentage of batted balls with exit velocities over 95 MPH in the given event year.
Sweet Spot %
Percentage of batted balls in the given event year with a launch angle between 8° and 32°.
Line Drive %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 10 and 25 degrees in the given event year.
Fly Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles between 25 and 50 degrees in the given event year.
Ground Ball %
Percentage of batted balls with launch angles below 10 degrees in the given event year.
MO Underclass Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 8, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
91.1
Exit Velocity (max)
79.4
Exit Velocity (avg)
162
Distance (avg)
288
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 6, 2021
Trackman - Hitting
92.1
Exit Velocity (max)
84.7
Exit Velocity (avg)
188
Distance (avg)
323
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
MO Underclass Prospect Games
Jun 15, 2020
Trackman - Hitting
90.7
Exit Velocity (max)
81.6
Exit Velocity (avg)
240
Distance (avg)
317
Distance (max)
Hard Hit %
Sweet Spot %
Line Drive %
Fly Ball %
Ground Ball %
Hitting
2021
Hand Speed Max
The highest Peak Hand Speed of any swing in the given event year.
27.1
Hand Speed Avg
The average Peak Hand Speed for all swings in the given event year.
25.9
Bat Speed Max
The highest Bat Speed of any swing in the given event year.
73.2
Bat Speed Avg
The average Bat Speed for all swings in the given event year.
69.4
Rotational Acceleration Max
The highest Rotational Acceleration of any swing in the given event year.
Rotational Acceleration Avg
The average Rotational Acceleration for all swings in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Max
The highest On-Plane Efficiency of any swing in the given event year.
On-Plane Efficiency Avg
The average On-Plane Efficiency for all swings in the given event year.
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 6, 2021
Blast - Hitting
27.1
Hand Speed (max)
25.9
Hand Speed (avg)
73.2
Bat Speed (max)
69.4
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
MaxOnPlaneEfficiency
MO Underclass Prospect Games
Jun 15, 2020
Blast - Hitting
25.3
Hand Speed (max)
21.9
Hand Speed (avg)
69.5
Bat Speed (max)
64.9
Bat Speed (avg)
Rot. Acc (max)
Rot. Acc (avg)
On Plane Eff (avg)
Pitching
2021
2020
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.8
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2041
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
25.0
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
79.4
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1770
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
70.5
Slider
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2113
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Sinker
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
84.5
Sinker
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2049
Sinker
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
80.2
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2171
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
27.1
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
69.3
Slider
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2007
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
MO Underclass Games (Invite-Only)
Jun 8, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
82.6
Velocity (max)
80.4 - 82.0
Velo Range
80.4
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,185
Spin Rate (max)
2,047
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
71.9
Velocity (max)
68.8 - 71.6
Velo Range
68.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,210
Spin Rate (max)
2,106
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 6, 2021
Trackman - Fastball
84.7
Velocity (max)
82.1 - 84.1
Velo Range
82.1
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,148
Spin Rate (max)
2,027
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
72.1
Velocity (max)
70.1 - 72.1
Velo Range
68.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,202
Spin Rate (max)
2,126
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
82.1
Velocity (max)
77.7 - 81.1
Velo Range
78.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,104
Spin Rate (max)
1,770
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Sinker
84.5
Velocity (max)
82.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,049
Spin Rate (max)
2,049
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
MO Underclass Prospect Games
Jun 15, 2020
Trackman - Fastball
82.7
Velocity (max)
78.9 - 81.4
Velo Range
78.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,258
Spin Rate (max)
2,171
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - Slider
70.9
Velocity (max)
67.5 - 70.9
Velo Range
65.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,060
Spin Rate (max)
2,007
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Pitch Scores
2021
2020
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Slider
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Slider
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
MO Preseason All-State (Invite-Only)
Feb 6, 2021
Pitch Scores - Fastball
Hop+
Rise+
Sink+
Pitch Scores - Sinker
Hop+
Sink+
Rise+
Pitch Scores - Slider
Hammer+
Sweep+
Pitching Velos
2021
2020
2019
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.5
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.7
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
76.5
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
70.0
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
82.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
80.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
69.0
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.0
Game Performance
Visual Edge
2021
Edge Score
The highest Edge Score within the given year. Edge Score is a comprehensive score that takes the core-six visual skills into account, providing an assessment of an athlete’s overall visual ability.
45.27
Pitch Ai
Notes
News
- PBR Missouri Best of 2022: Top Catcher Velocity - Jan 2, 2023
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Cole Lemons: C/RHP, (2023) Notre Dame Regional, MO. 6-foot-1, 160-pound projectable frame. In the box, the right-handed hitter clocked an exit velocity of 88 mph. Starts in an athletic stance with a low load, then uses a controlled stride to initiate his swing. Bat speed was above average, used flat swing plane and high finish. He Barreled up multiple balls with loud contact. Gap to gap approach. While catching, recorded pop times of 2.02-2.20, his best recorded velocity during throw downs was clocked at 76 mph; has sure hands, quick feet and a natural exchange. Narrow setup with some flexibility. Consistent accuracy to the bag, used a short arm action and an-over-the-top slot. During the event, recorded a 60 time of 7.37. Projectable on the mound, showed a quick arm action and a high ¾ arm angle with good arm speed. Feel type pitcher who shows some effort. Tall balance point with even shoulders. Lands square with a clean finish. Slider (70-70 mph).Sat with his fastball at 79-81 mph and topped out at 82 mph; shows arm side command and running action. He shows tight action on his curveball.
Lemons is a long and lean 6-foot-1, 160-pound, right-handed hitting catcher and right-handed pitcher in Missouri’s 2023 class. He ran a 7.38 second 60 and posted an exit velocity of 87 mph. At the plate, Lemons starts slightly open, in line stride, some rhythm to hands, balanced throughout, showed middle to opposite field contact during round. Behind the plate, narrow stance, clean footwork, short quick arm action, high three-quarter release, 74 mph positional velocity, pop times between 2.12-2.14 seconds.
Lemons is a long and lean 6-foot-1, 160-pound, right-handed hitting catcher and right-handed pitcher in Missouri’s 2023 class. He ran a 7.38 second 60 and posted an exit velocity of 87 mph. At the plate, Lemons starts slightly open, in line stride, some rhythm to hands, balanced throughout, showed middle to opposite field contact during round. Behind the plate, narrow stance, clean footwork, short quick arm action, high three-quarter release, 74 mph positional velocity, pop times between 2.12-2.14 seconds. On the mound, Lemons has a compact delivery, some rhythm, regular effort, stride is across his body, accelerates down the mound, loose arm, high three-quarter release. Fastball sat 80-81 at the event, occasional cut, thrown for strikes, curveball is 70-71 mph, 11-to-5 shape, gradual action, around the strike zone, changeup show plus fading action, 75-76 mph, thrown for a high percentage of strikes.
Positional Profile: C
Body: 6-foot-1, 160-pounds. Long, lean, projectable frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, open setup, exaggerated load and toe-tap stride. Loose hands, aggressive swing, natural lift in swing, creates leverage to the pull-side.
Power: 80 mph exit velocity from the tee.
Arm: RH. C - 74 mph. Arm works short from an over-the-top slot.
Defense: 2.27-2.47 pop times. Flexible hips, clean and directional out of the crouch.
Run: 7.89 runner in the 60.
Positional Profile: RHP. Follow right-handed pitcher in Missouri's 2023 class.
Delivery: Delivery works with rhythm, coiled at balance point, works slightly across body and lands front-toe closed.
Arm Action: RH. Arm works long and loose from a high 3/4 window.
FB: T82, 79-81 mph. Downhill tilt, late run and sink at times.
CB: 68-70 mph. 11/5 shape, feel.
CH: 76-78 mph. Maintains arm speed at times, fade action at times.